Snowstorm: I'm Super Rich in the Apocalypse-Chapter 150 - Entering the Base
Chapter 150: Chapter 150: Entering the Base
Chapter 150 -150: Entering the Base
Entering the gate was a main road, four lanes wide, flanked on both sides by rows of single-story houses covering a large area, the houses were densely packed.
Past this layer, there were six-story buildings, which Gu Pan counted to be more than three hundred.
Many people were on the streets, their faces carried relaxed smiles—an atmosphere Gu Pan felt she hadn’t seen in a long time. It was truly nice; peace was really nice.
Looking at all this, Gu Pan began to wonder if there were others who had been reborn or could predict the future. Or perhaps it was the high-level administrators; otherwise, although the temperature had recovered, why had the base not changed at all, and why was it still expanding? It seemed like the leadership knew that the apocalypse would continue. It was hard to tell whether they were thinking ahead to secure their safety or there was a Prophet involved.
Crossing these buildings, they came to a square, marked at the head by two signs: the left for the political district and the right for the business district.
Under the signs, there was a detailed map of directions. Lu Ruisheng got out of the car to look at it before coming back and saying, “Let’s head to the political district, turn there, and the first place we’ll see is the Base Residents Registration Office.”
Gu Pan observed the square bustling with people. Though there were many, everyone seemed busy—an agreeable sight.
The buildings on both sides and the business district were thriving, imparting a vibe reminiscent of a Republic-era TV drama. Hard to explain, but it felt reassuring.
But what surprised her most was the villa area across from them. There were hundreds of villas, and even though none were particularly large, each was independent—she liked this place very much.
Behind them, there were greenhouses and factories.
To the east and west, more six-story buildings encircled the villa area. Normally, this might reduce privacy, but in this case, it increased the villas’ safety. In case of danger, it would start from the outskirts—a distinction of the apocalypse from ordinary times.
Lu Ruisheng stopped the car in front of the Base Residents Registration Office, and the two got out.
At the entrance, a staff member approached them—a woman in her thirties with glasses, her demeanor quite stern, reminiscent of a school’s Director of Student Affairs.
They handed over their cards to her.
After inspecting their cards, the woman, showing little emotion, pushed her glasses up and said, “Follow me inside to register.” She then led them to an outdoor desk nearby.
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng followed the staff member to the desk and sat down beside her. Although there were guards watching over their supplies, they preferred to keep an eye on their belongings from this spot.
After sitting down, the staff member spoke again, “Tell me how you’ve survived since the apocalypse. How many people have you killed?” Her tone was very calm—as if, were it not for the apocalypse, who could have imagined such words being so mundanely uttered?
Gu Pan hadn’t expected this question—was it some form of political vetting? She and Lu Ruisheng had not actually discussed this, considering that few who had survived this long in the apocalypse hadn’t killed before.
Regarding this question, they did not hide much.
Gu Pan said, “We were part of a self-defense squad. We didn’t initiate violence or robbery, but if people came to rob us, we fought back. We killed, and we burned the bodies to avoid polluting the environment.”
Hearing Gu Pan’s response, the staff member seemed satisfied, knowing they weren’t lying. In the apocalypse, making it this far meant it was unlikely they hadn’t killed; she had heard such stories from many others.
Yet this inquiry was necessary—their job was to make certain that newcomers did not possess aggressive tendencies.
Then the staff member asked about their household registration, family situation, and those who had traveled with them, among other things.
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng didn’t hide anything, either, and answered all the questions.
At the same time, from the staff, they also learned that they were not the first group to arrive at the base. Besides the initial builders, the base had also dispatched troops to cities that used to house universities to scout for talents in various fields.
Of course, apart from these talents, some skilled workers were needed too, so they also recruited some people on the side.
Gu Pan and the others, having learned about it from the broadcasts, were already behind on the news.
After the staff member had recorded their information, signifying the completion of their registration, she said to the two of them, “I’ll explain the rules of the base to you.”
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng looked at her, listening.
The staff member continued, “The base’s pricing isn’t based on money or traded with food or gold, but with ‘contribution points’ instead.”
She emphasized the term “contribution points” quite heavily.
Then she went on, “There are many ways to earn contribution points. They can be exchanged for supplies, or you could work within the base; in plain terms, they are calculated based on your contributions to the base. For ordinary labor, working a day earns one contribution point, while higher-level jobs can exchange for two to three.”
After a pause and seeing that the two of them understood, she continued, “There are three types of jobs in the base. One is fixed, matched to your skills, corresponding to a position that works eight hours a day, with one day off per week. The second type is casual labor, you go wherever needed; the pay isn’t stable, aimed at those without skills. The last type is the independent Scavenger, who may take weapons outside the city to look for supplies, and exchange them for contribution points on return. It’s very risky but also offers the highest potential gain. However, most people come to the base seeking stability, which is why few opt for this.”
After finishing, she hurriedly added, “The name might not sound very nice, but it is fitting. It’s all about going out into the desolate places to find useful materials. The base has its Scavenger force as well, so you shouldn’t think too much about the name.”
Apart from acting as guards, a large part of the base’s army was also out gathering materials – essentially Scavenging. Otherwise, where would the base get all its machinery and materials?
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng weren’t concerned about the name, but were instead both considering choosing this last occupation; freedom was more important to them.
They nodded their heads, indicating they understood.
The staff member actually hoped for more Scavengers; after all, the base also wished for more supplies to be brought in.
Every time new people arrived, as long as they were physically strong, the staff would pitch this to them. But it mostly went in vain since the majority came seeking stability.
However, higher-ups had instructed them that it must be mentioned. Otherwise, if the base consumed too much of its resources, it would be affected too, so they had to emphasize this.
Seeing that they had understood, the staff member then said to them, “You can keep some of your food. The rest you can take to the exchange center next door for some contribution points. After that, head to the housing center, rent a house, and settle down. Tomorrow, you can go to the job center to find a job. That’s pretty much it.”
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng stood up, thanked the staff member, and felt this person was quite good, knowing a lot. It would be convenient to come to her for information in the future. Moreover, when their friends arrived and registered with her, if she were asked about them, she could take it to heart, something that really could be influenced by her words. The difference between saying she knew and did not know was big.
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So, Gu Pan took out a piece of chocolate and placed it on the table, “Thanks for your hard work. We’ll probably come to ask questions if there’s anything we don’t understand in the future.”
The staff member’s eyes lit up at the sight of the chocolate, and she stood up with a smile, “You’re too polite. This is what I should be doing. If you have any questions later, feel free to ask me anytime. My last name is Wang.”
Gu Pan said, “Thank you, Sister Wang, we’ll be taking our leave now.”
Sister Wang said goodbye and quickly tucked the chocolate away in her sleeve.
